"The Library" by Andrew Lang is a charming exploration into the world of book collecting and its enthusiasts during the late 1800s. It acts like a friendly handbook for those who love old books, explaining the happiness, risks, and rewards that come with gathering a personal library. At its heart, this work reveals how book collectors feel intensely about their collections. It suggests that loving literature is both a strong personal interest and a valuable use of resources. It starts by defending the practice of book collecting, explaining why people are drawn to it and illustrating the excitement of finding rare books in unexpected places. Lang describes the mix of feelings that come with the hobby: the excitement of finding a great bargain, the fun of building a collection, and the sorrow of losing books that are deeply treasured.
The Library
By Andrew Lang
Embark on a journey through dusty stalls and hidden treasures, where the love of literature intertwines with the thrill of the hunt, revealing the deep bond between collector and the stories they cherish.
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About the AuthorAndrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him.
Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him.
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